Cover Supervisor

Pilton Community College is looking to appoint an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor for September 2026. This post provides a great introduction to teaching and learning and could be the gateway to a future teaching role. The post holder will be responsible for covering the absence of colleagues in order to achieve the highest possible standards.

The successful candidate will be responsible for students' behaviour, following Pilton protocols while they are undertaking the work to ensure a positive learning environment. The candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective relationships and communication with parents and students and will be required to work consistently, whilst recognising and responding to individual students' needs.

About the Role

Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, you will supervise whole classes across a range of subjects, delivering pre-prepared lessons and ensuring students remain focused, on task and engaged in their learning. You will also provide general support to pupils by answering questions, managing behaviour and fostering a positive classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

Supervising classes for absent teachers and ensuring accurate registration of students

Managing the classroom effectively to maintain a positive, safe and productive learning environment in line with Pilton protocols

Delivering pre-prepared lesson content and supporting students to complete set work

Establishing and maintaining effective communication with students, staff and parents/carers when required, You will become part of a dedicated team working to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. We offer:

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives

If you're enthusiastic about supporting students and would enjoy contributing to a positive and purposeful school environment, we'd love to hear from you.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

We are looking for someone who brings confidence, reliability, patience and strong communication skills, and who is committed to supporting young people in a busy secondary environment.

Essential

Experience working with or supporting children or young people

Strong literacy and numeracy skills (Level 2 equivalent)

Understanding of classroom routines and the needs of young people

Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Ability to build positive relationships with both students and adults

Desirable

Knowledge of the secondary curriculum (Key Stages 3 and 4)

Understanding of child development and barriers to learning

Experience promoting inclusion or supporting students with additional needs

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent skills/experience)

£26,824 - £28,598
Permanent
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Salary: NJC Grade D: £26,824 - £28,598 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked) + additional allowance available for the right candidate

Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between £19,867 (D8) and £21,181 (D12) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)

Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 32 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Monday to Friday)